A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Mumbai vs. Ocho Rios for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Mumbai or Ocho Rios?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

If you're trying to decide where to visit between Mumbai or Ocho Rios, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.

Where Should I go: Mumbai or Ocho Rios?

Mumbai

Mumbai is the largest city in India and the capital of Maharashtra state. It is still occasionally referred to as Bombay, but most people know it now as Mumbai. It's the commercial capital of the country and is a major port city. It's also famous for Bollywood, which is the movie capital of the country and famous for it's music filled Bollywood flicks that have become popular around the world. Mumbai is arguably the most cosmopolitan city in India and has some of the most liberal views of an otherwise conservative country. Many immigrants and expats live in Mumbai and it's easy to see the blend of cultures.

Ocho Rios

Ocho Rios, or "Ochi" is a town located on the northeastern shore of Jamaica and is a popular hub for cruise ships. It is a great destination for tourists as it has many resorts and beautiful beaches.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours from Mumbai, and The Best Family-Friendly Tours to India.


Which place is cheaper, Ocho Rios or Mumbai?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.

The average daily cost (per person) in Mumbai is $83, while the average daily cost in Ocho Rios is $85. These costs include accommodation (assuming double occupancy, so the traveler is sharing the room), food, transportation, and entertainment. While every person is different, these costs are an average of past travelers in each destination. What follows is a categorical breakdown of travel costs for Mumbai and Ocho Rios in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Mumbai $32
    Ocho Rios $51
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Mumbai $64
    Ocho Rios $102
Compare Hotels in Mumbai and Ocho Rios

Looking for a hotel in Mumbai or Ocho Rios? Prices vary by location, date, season, and the level of luxury. See below for options and compare which is best for your budget and travel style.

Hotels in Mumbai


Hotels in Ocho Rios


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Our Analysis
We've analyzed the average and typical hotel prices based on guest reviews, star ratings, and hotel amenities here: Mumbai Hotel Prices and Ocho Rios Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Mumbai $7.37
    Ocho Rios $7.32

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Mumbai

Also for Mumbai, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • Luxury Mumbai Package with Hotel,Private Airport Transfers and Sightseeing Tour: $270
  • Private Transfer from Mumbai Cruise Port to Mumbai Hotels: $168
  • Private Transfer from Mumbai hotels to Mumbai Cruise Port: $168
  • Private Transfer from Mumbai Int Airport (BOM) to Mumbai Port: $162
  • Mumbai Airport Transfers : Mumbai Airport BOM to Mumbai City in Luxury Van: $114
  • Arrival Private Transfers: Mumbai Airport BOM to Mumbai City in Luxury Van: $102
  • Create Your Own: Custom Private Tour of Mumbai with transfers: $97
  • Private Transfer from Mumbai Cruise Port to Mumbai Hotels: $81
  • Transfer to & fro Airports,Cruise Terminal,Hotels or any whichway, one way/time: $69
  • Airport Transfer: Mumbai Airport BOM to Mumbai by Business Car: $66
  • Arrival Private Transfers: Mumbai Airport BOM to Mumbai City in Business Car: $66
  • Mumbai - private arrival transfer from Airport to Hotel : $64

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Ocho Rios

Also for Ocho Rios, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • Private Luxury Transfer to Sandals Dunn’s River from MBJ Airport: $300
  • Grand Bahia Jamaica Airport Transfers Montego Bay MBJ (Private Rountrip): $300
  • VIP***Private KINGSTON Airport Transfers to***OCHO RIOS**HOTELS**: $292
  • Kingston Airport (KIN) to Runaway Bay Round-Trip Private Transfer: $255
  • Roundtrip Airport Transfer from Montego Bay to Ocho Rios and Runaway Bay Hotels: $240
  • Ocho Rios Hotels Private Roundtrip Airport Transfer from Kingston Airport (KIN): $240
  • Kingston Airport Transfer to Runaway Bay Hotels: $200
  • Luxury Ocho Rios Transfer: $180
  • Private Transfer from Jamaica (MBJ) Airport to Ocho Ríos: $176
  • Jewels Resorts Airport Transfers Montego Bay MBJ (Private Roundtrip): $170
  • Montego Bay Private Airport Transfer To and from ochi rios : $170
  • Runaway Bay Hotels Private Round Trip Transfers from MBJ: $160

Is it cheaper to fly into Mumbai or Ocho Rios?

Prices for flights to both Ocho Rios and Mumbai change regularly based on dates and travel demand. We suggest you find the best prices for your next trip on Kayak, because you can compare the cost of flights across multiple airlines for your prefered dates.





Food
  • Food Meals for one day
    Mumbai $42
    Ocho Rios $28

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Mumbai

For Mumbai, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:

  • Private Street Food Tour with Mumbai Sightseeing Tour including AC vehicles: $19
  • Vegetarian Indian Cuisine Virtual Cooking Class Experience from Mumbai: $20
  • Mumbai Food Tour: $20
  • Small Group Authentic Mumbai Virtual Cooking Class with Dessert: $20
  • Mumbai Street Food Tour with Evening Bazaar Walk: $29
  • Indian cusine demonstration cum hands on with Hi Tea / Dinner at a Family home: $31
  • Bombay Express Mumbai Food Tour with 15+ Tastings: $39
  • Mumbai Street Food Tour: $42
  • Daily Mumbai Street Food Tour : $52
  • Private Mumbai Market Tour and Cooking Class With an Expert: $52
  • Private Vegetarian Indian Cooking Class in Mumbai: $53
  • Private Market Tour and Vegetarian Cooking Class in Mumbai: $64

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Ocho Rios

For Ocho Rios, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:

  • Flavors of Jamaica Food Tour from Ocho Rios: $128
  • Taste of Jamaica Food Tour from Ocho Rios: $150

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Mumbai $2.52
    Ocho Rios $15

Tours and Activities in Mumbai

Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Mumbai.

  • Dharavi Authentic Slum Tour: $120
  • Kanheri Caves Heritage Tour: $45
  • Mumbai by Night Guided Tour : $50
  • Private Full-Day Mumbai Sightseeing Tour with Dharavi Slums: $41
  • "Private Mumbai City Sightseeing Tour": $46
  • "Private Mumbai Dharavi Slum Tour": $9.24
  • "Private Mumbai Kanheri Caves Tour : A Buddhist Settlement": $46
  • 3 Day Private Tour in Aurangabad: $290
  • 3 Hours Early Morning in South Mumbai Heritage Bicycle Tour : $46
  • 3-Hour Private Guided Tour in Bollywood from Mumbai: $226
  • 7 Hour Mumbai City Sightseeing Tour By Navv Om Namaha Shivaya: $116
  • All In One Combo Tour of Mumbai City, Dabbawalas, Dhobhi Ghat, Slums & Bollywood: $150

Typical Entertainment Prices in Ocho Rios

For Ocho Rios, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:


  • Tour of Brimmer Hall Estate
    $11
  • Admission to Coyaba Gardens
    $5.27
  • Tour of Prospect Plantation
    $17

Tours and Activities in Ocho Rios

Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Ocho Rios.

  • Black River Safari & YS Falls Tour from Runaway Bay: $285
  • Blue Hole Tour From Ocho Rios: $60
  • Blue Hole Waterfalls + Bamboo River Rafting Tour from Ocho Rios: $109
  • Dunn's River Falls Party Cruise, Blue Hole with Snorkeling, free beverages: $165
  • Dunn's River Falls and Ocho Rios Sightseeing with Shopping: $50
  • Dunn's River Falls and Tubing Combo Tour from Ocho Rios: $140
  • Private Dunn's River and Blue hole tour from Ocho Rios : $110
  • Private Sightseeing Tour from Ocho Rios : $60
  • Shopping Tour From Runaway Bay Hotels : $75
  • 1 Hour Private Rafting Experience in Jamaica: $65
  • ATV Adventure and Shopping from Falmouth (Minimum 4 persons): $165
  • ATV Guided Tour To Blue Hole & Spanish Bridge In Ocho Rios: $270

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Mumbai $3.50
    Ocho Rios $7.43

Sample the Local Flavors in Mumbai

Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Mumbai:

  • Bombay Party (Bar Crawl): $25
  • South Bombay Pub Crawl: $37

Sample the Local Flavors in Ocho Rios

Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Ocho Rios:

  • Bar Hopping, Pub Crawl, Shopping and Sightseeing Tour Ocho Rios: $113


When comparing the travel costs between Mumbai and Ocho Rios, we can see that Ocho Rios is more expensive. However, the two cities are actually relatively comparable in price, as the difference is somewhat minimal. Generally, this means that you could travel with generally the same travel style and level of luxury in each place. Even though Mumbai is in Asia and Ocho Rios is in Caribbean Islands, both of these destinations have relatively similar prices of travel. Generally, the levels of luxury and expenses are the same for these cities even though they are geographically far apart.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Mumbai Expensive? and Is Ocho Rios Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Mumbai or Ocho Rios?

Mumbai has a larger population, and is about 1340 times larger than the population of Ocho Rios. When comparing the sizes of Mumbai and Ocho Rios, keep in mind that a larger population does not always imply the destination has more attractions or better activities. So, always research the type of place that you want to visit along with the activities and attractions that interest you.


When is the best time to visit Mumbai or Ocho Rios?

Both destinations experience a warmer climate with nice weather most of the year. Instead of summer and winter seasons, they usually have a rainy season and a dry season.

Should I visit Mumbai or Ocho Rios in the Summer?

Both Ocho Rios and Mumbai are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Mumbai throughout the year. Plenty of visitors come to Ocho Rios because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.

It's quite rainy in Mumbai. In July, Mumbai usually receives more rain than Ocho Rios. Mumbai gets 640 mm (25.2 in) of rain, while Ocho Rios receives 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain each month for the summer.

It's quite sunny in Ocho Rios. Mumbai usually receives less sunshine than Ocho Rios during summer. Mumbai gets 73 hours of sunny skies, while Ocho Rios receives 254 hours of full sun in the summer.

In July, Mumbai is generally around the same temperature as Ocho Rios. Daily temperatures in Mumbai average around 28°C (82°F), and Ocho Rios fluctuates around 29°C (83°F).


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Mumbai 28°C (82°F) 
    Ocho Rios 29°C (83°F)

Should I visit Mumbai or Ocho Rios in the Autumn?

Both Ocho Rios and Mumbai during the autumn are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Mumbai because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Ocho Rios year-round.

Ocho Rios gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Mumbai usually gets less rain in October than Ocho Rios. Mumbai gets 90 mm (3.5 in) of rain, while Ocho Rios receives 167 mm (6.6 in) of rain this time of the year.

In Ocho Rios, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Mumbai. In the autumn, Mumbai often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Ocho Rios. Mumbai gets 240 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Ocho Rios receives 229 hours of full sun.

Mumbai is around the same temperature as Ocho Rios in the autumn. The daily temperature in Mumbai averages around 29°C (84°F) in October, and Ocho Rios fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Mumbai 29°C (84°F) 
    Ocho Rios 28°C (82°F)

Should I visit Mumbai or Ocho Rios in the Winter?

The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Mumbai and Ocho Rios. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Mumbai year-round. Ocho Rios attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.

In January, Mumbai usually receives less rain than Ocho Rios. Mumbai gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Ocho Rios receives 18 mm (0.7 in) of rain each month for the winter.

People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Ocho Rios this time of the year. In Mumbai, it's very sunny this time of the year. Mumbai usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Ocho Rios during winter. Mumbai gets 270 hours of sunny skies, while Ocho Rios receives 257 hours of full sun in the winter.

In the winter, Mumbai is around the same temperature as Ocho Rios. Typically, the winter temperatures in Mumbai in January average around 24°C (75°F), and Ocho Rios averages at about 26°C (79°F).


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Mumbai 24°C (75°F) 
    Ocho Rios 26°C (79°F)

Should I visit Mumbai or Ocho Rios in the Spring?

The spring brings many poeple to Mumbai as well as Ocho Rios. Mumbai attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Ocho Rios throughout the year.

Mumbai usually gets less rain in April than Ocho Rios. Mumbai gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Ocho Rios receives 27 mm (1.1 in) of rain this time of the year.

The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Ocho Rios. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Mumbai this time of the year. In the spring, Mumbai often gets more sunshine than Ocho Rios. Mumbai gets 284 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Ocho Rios receives 251 hours of full sun.

In April, Mumbai is generally around the same temperature as Ocho Rios. Daily temperatures in Mumbai average around 29°C (84°F), and Ocho Rios fluctuates around 26°C (80°F).


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Mumbai 29°C (84°F) 
    Ocho Rios 26°C (80°F)

Typical Weather for Ocho Rios and Mumbai

Mumbai Ocho Rios
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 24°C (75°F) 10 mm (0.4 in) 26°C (79°F) 18 mm (0.7 in)
Feb 25°C (77°F) 10 mm (0.4 in) 26°C (79°F) 16 mm (0.6 in)
Mar 27°C (81°F) 10 mm (0.4 in) 26°C (80°F) 14 mm (0.6 in)
Apr 29°C (84°F) 10 mm (0.4 in) 26°C (80°F) 27 mm (1.1 in)
May 30°C (86°F) 10 mm (0.4 in) 28°C (82°F) 100 mm (3.9 in)
Jun 29°C (84°F) 560 mm (22 in) 28°C (83°F) 83 mm (3.3 in)
Jul 28°C (82°F) 640 mm (25.2 in) 29°C (83°F) 40 mm (1.6 in)
Aug 28°C (82°F) 520 mm (20.5 in) 29°C (83°F) 81 mm (3.2 in)
Sep 28°C (82°F) 320 mm (12.6 in) 29°C (83°F) 107 mm (4.2 in)
Oct 29°C (84°F) 90 mm (3.5 in) 28°C (82°F) 167 mm (6.6 in)
Nov 28°C (82°F) 20 mm (0.8 in) 28°C (82°F) 61 mm (2.4 in)
Dec 26°C (79°F) 10 mm (0.4 in) 27°C (80°F) 31 mm (1.2 in)